Tibet Nyingchi Laigu 9D8N (April to May)

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Duration: 9DAYS - 8 NIGHTS

Language: English

Overview

*mid of April – Nov Nyingchi Route (Glacier + Holy Lake)*

⭐Leisurely exploration, sightseeing, photography without rushing, no shopping

⭐Stay at the five-star like Shangri-La Lhasa Hotel, Nyingchi UrCove by Hyatt

⭐Chance to view the magnificent Blue Ice Cave and touch on ice!

⭐View the stunning Holy Lake in Tibet, take photo with Tibetan Mastiff

⭐ Includes Entry permit for foreign visitors to Tibet and Tibetan travel documents

⭐ Includes all Entrance tickets, Domestic flights

⭐ Includes a professional English/Mandarin-speaking guide

⭐ > 10 people, including a dedicated photographer for Tibet segment

⭐ Sign up now for a Lhasa photoshoot with Tibetan clothing and makeup!

🚫Excludes international flights, lunch, and dinner, and Chinese visa (if required)

What’s Included

Round-trip airfare and taxes from Chengdu to Nyingchi; Lhasa to Chengdu
Complimentary Tibetan attire photo shoot (until stock lasts)
Vehicle throughout Tibet; Chengdu hotels are about a 10-minute walk from the airport arrival hall, no vehicle
arranged;
English/Chinese-speaking tour guide, Tibet tour guide, Chengdu D1/D2 tour guide pick-up and drop-off service;
Includes tickets to the listed attractions and eco-cars;
Includes D2-D9 breakfast, Includes Lunch/Dinners (RMB60/meal * 14 meals) for 8 pax and above; Does not include Lunch/Dinners for 7 pax and below;
Entry permit for foreign visitors to Tibet and Tibetan travel documents;
One professional photographer for groups of more than 10 people for Tibet tour (D2-D8)

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, comfortable clothes and hiking or tennis shoes.
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
The tour start at 5:30am but the pickup times will be between 4am and 5:30am
May be operated, under request by a multi-lingual guide (Spanish and Portuguese)
A moderate amount of walking is involved at both attractions.
Waiver will need to be signed attesting to good health conditions

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
The tour start at 5:30am but the pickup times will be between 4am and 5:30am
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

What To Expect

Itineraries

DAY 1

Fly to Chengdu

Hotel: Chengdu Tianfu Joyhub Cheer Hotel (5 star) or equivalent

Upon arrival in Chengdu, our staff will contact you regarding the delivery of the Tibet Travel Permit and flight tickets.

DAY 2

Flight from Chengdu to Nyingchi – Karding Gorge

Hotel: Nyingchi Hilton Hotel (5 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Upon arrival at Nyingchi Mainling Airport, your driver/guide will greet you with a traditional Tibetan white scarf called a “khada.” Then, you will visit Kading Gorge, referred to as the paradise on earth in Tibetan language. The perilous mountains loom high into the clouds, showcasing the quintessential canyon landform embellished with peculiar peaks and rocks, age-old towering trees, and a nearly 200-meter high waterfall—absolutely awe-inspiring and revitalizing.

DAY 3

Nyingchi – Sejila Pass – Lulang Forest – Guxiang Lake – Ranwu

Hotel: Zichen Boyue Hotel (4 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Cross the Sejila Mountain Pass , and enjoy a distant view of the easternmost and most beautiful peak of the Himalayas, Namjagbarwa. Explore the Lunang Forest. In Tibetan, Lunang means Dragon King Valley. Afterwards, you will arrive at Ranwu.

DAY 4

Ranwu – Laigu Glacier – Bome

Hotel: Hengxin Zangwang Hotel (4 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit the Laigu Glacier. It is the source of the Parlung Tsangpo, with meltwater flowing into Ranwu Lake. The lake is surrounded by dense virgin forests and several traditional Tibetan villages, including Meixi, Yalong, Ruojiao, Dongga, Xiongjia, and Niuma Glacier. Among these, the Yalong Glacier is the most spectacular. In the evening, drive to Bomi.

*Viewing the Blue Ice Cave depends on weather, road conditions (due to the distance), and the cave’s condition. Access cannot be guaranteed and may be subject to last-minute changes or cancellations for safety reasons Thank you for understanding.

DAY 5

Bome – Lulang Township – Nyingchi

Hotel: Nyingchi Hilton Hotel (5 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Depart from Bomi and travel through Tibet’s stunning natural landscapes on the way to Lulang Town (Altitude of 3385 metre). Known as the “Switzerland of the East,” Lulang is famous for its picturesque pastoral scenery and dense forests. Surrounded by mountains and with cattle and sheep grazing peacefully on the meadows, it feels like a paradise untouched by time. Then, head to Nyingchi, often referred to as the “Jiangnan of Tibet,” where the warm, humid climate and lush vegetation create a stark contrast with the snow-covered plateau, making it a truly enchanting destination.

DAY 6

Nyingchi – BasongTso Lake – Lhasa

Hotel: Intercontinental Lhasa Paradise (5 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Explore Basum Tso, the lake sits at an elevation of over 3,700 meters and is often compared to the picturesque lakes and mountains of Switzerland. Basum Tso is a sacred lake and holy site of the Nyingma School of Tibetan Buddhism. On the island in the lake stands Cuozong Temple, a Nyingma temple with a history dating back over 1,500 years, to the era of the Tibetan kings. Travel through the Mila Mountain Tunnel and arrive in Lhasa.

DAY 7

Potala Palace – Jokhang Temple – Barkhor Street Tibetan Costume Photography

Hotel: Intercontinental Lhasa Paradise (5 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit the Potala Palace, the world’s highest palace that combines palaces, castles, and temples into one. The Jokhang Temple is one of the most splendid surviving buildings from the Tubo period. Afterward, explore the Barkhor Street and its free market, where you can admire the ancient Tibetan architecture and observe the local Tibetan way of life. Enjoy your exploration of Lhasa’s rich cultural heritage!

DAY 8

Lhasa – Yamdrok Lake – Lhasa

Hotel: Intercontinental Lhasa Paradise (5 star) or equivalent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the eyes of Tibetans, yamdrok lake resembles a turquoise earring scattered by a goddess among the peaks. With an elevation of 4441 meters, the lake’s water is crystal clear and smooth as a mirror.

DAY 9

Lhasa – Chengdu Tianfu International Airport

Meals: Breakfast

The next morning, fly to Chengdu. With wonderful memories, you will return to the warmth of home.

*Note: Tibetan outbound flights are subject to weather-related delays in departure and arrival times. If you have an international connecting flight on the same day, it is advisable to schedule it for after 8:00 PM.

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